Meticulous Legal Counsel For Divorce

Last updated on March 6, 2025

Divorce is often a turning point in life. The changes that divorce brings can be stressful and overwhelming, but taking the right steps during the divorce process can help you avoid problems now and in the future.

Whether you face a divorce with complex conflicts or significant property, we have the experience to guide you. Since 1975, Evans Bulloch Parker PLLC has supported clients in Murfreesboro and across Tennessee.

Facilitating Fair Property Division And Financial Outcomes

Your case may involve dividing property within or outside of court. In a divorce trial, we can represent your interests for long-term financial stability in front of a judge, who ultimately decides what each spouse will walk away with. In a divorce settlement, we can work to negotiate with the other party, prioritizing the assets that matter most to you.

Identifying all marital property is essential to get a fair award or settlement. You can benefit from our deep knowledge of forensic accounting and complex financial matters. We also work with financial experts when necessary to thoroughly prepare each case. Our divorce lawyers have the skills necessary to locate any hidden, depleted or destroyed assets.

We will also evaluate any opportunity for support payments. Child support is often necessary to minimize the financial impact of divorce on children. Spousal support can also be particularly valuable if you have a need that comes with high expenses, such as a serious medical condition. It may also ease the transition period following divorce.

Your Personal Objectives Are Important To Us

Divorce is a personal and emotional process. Although the financial and legal details are critical, we do not lose sight that you are experiencing a difficult time. As your attorneys, we will communicate clearly and work toward results that can make a difference in your life.

Evans Bulloch Parker PLLC regularly works with parents who fear losing their children in child custody disputes. We also know that certain sentimental property and pets could be meaningful to you. At every step, we will use our negotiation and trial skills to advocate for the best possible arrangement.

Protecting Business Interests During Divorce

Business owners facing divorce must navigate unique challenges to protect their entrepreneurial investments. At Evans Bulloch Parker PLLC, we understand that businesses often represent years of dedication and financial commitment that should not be jeopardized during marital dissolution.

Professional valuation of business assets is crucial to establishing fair market value while preventing undervaluation that could harm your interests. Our team works with certified business appraisers who understand the nuances of Tennessee business valuation standards and can accurately assess your company’s worth, including both tangible assets and intangible components like customer goodwill.

We develop strategies for dividing ownership stakes that minimize disruption to operations and leadership. When complete separation is not feasible, we can structure buyout arrangements, create operating agreements for continued co-ownership or negotiate compensation plans that satisfy equitable distribution requirements while preserving business continuity.

For partnerships and professional practices, we address complex considerations like operating agreement restrictions, nonmarital partner interests and practice-specific regulations that impact division possibilities. Our goal is always to help you maintain focus on your business success while navigating divorce proceedings.

Complex Asset Division Solutions

High-value divorces require sophisticated approaches to property division. Our attorneys excel at developing comprehensive strategies for dividing complex asset portfolios with significant tax and long-term value implications.

Investment accounts require careful handling beyond simple valuation. We analyze growth potential, tax consequences and risk factors to address equitable division that accounts for more than just current values. For retirement assets, we provide guidance on QDRO preparation and execution to divide 401(k)s, pensions and other qualified plans without triggering unnecessary tax penalties.

Real estate holdings present unique division challenges, particularly when properties have appreciation potential or carry significant debt obligations. Our team develops creative solutions that may include structured buyouts, deferred sales arrangements or co-ownership agreements based on your specific situation.

We can assist in protecting your inherited assets by tracing separate property and defending against commingling claims. For executives, we develop strategies for addressing complex compensation packages involving stock options, restricted shares and deferred bonuses that straddle the divorce timeline.

High Net Worth Divorce Considerations

High net worth divorces involve unique complexities that require specific knowledge and strategic planning. Tax implications extend beyond the division itself to future income planning, capital gains considerations and potential transfer tax issues that can significantly impact post-divorce financial health.

Our attorneys provide guidance on trust arrangements that may need protection or modification during divorce, including irrevocable trusts, family limited partnerships and other wealth preservation vehicles. For clients with international assets, we coordinate with global financial experts to address jurisdictional challenges, foreign tax implications and compliance requirements.

Investment properties require specialized valuation approaches that account for passive appreciation, market conditions and management considerations. When luxury assets like vacation properties, watercraft, artwork or collections are involved, we employ specialized appraisers who understand these unique markets to support accurate valuations and inform the division process.

Professional License And Practice Considerations

Professional practitioners face distinct challenges during divorce proceedings. Medical practices, law firms, dental offices and other professional service businesses involve both tangible assets and the more complex element of professional goodwill.

Our team provides tailored guidance on protecting practice value while addressing equitable distribution requirements. We understand the distinction between enterprise goodwill and personal goodwill in Tennessee courts and develop arguments that protect your professional interests. For client and patient relationships with significant economic value, we create strategies that acknowledge their importance while minimizing disruption through the divorce process.

Privacy And Discretion

We recognize that many clients prioritize privacy during divorce proceedings. Our firm implements comprehensive confidentiality measures to protect sensitive financial and personal information throughout the legal process. For cases requiring maximum privacy, we can explore private judge options that keep proceedings and documentation out of public records.

Our extensive experience with divorce mediation offers clients an alternative path that typically provides greater confidentiality while potentially reducing conflict and costs. For public figures or high-profile professionals, we incorporate reputation management considerations into our overall strategy, balancing legal objectives with privacy concerns.

Advanced Planning Strategies

Successful divorce outcomes often depend on thorough pretrial preparation that anticipates opposing arguments and builds compelling evidence supporting your position. Our attorneys develop comprehensive settlement positions that address both immediate distribution questions and long-term financial implications.

We work with you to create post-divorce asset management plans that maximize financial security after the property division is complete. This forward-looking approach can help you transition effectively to your new financial reality with confidence and stability.

Network Of Expert Resources

Complex divorce cases benefit from skills beyond legal counsel. Our collaborative approach includes working with forensic accountants who can trace assets, identify potential dissipation and analyze complex financial records to support complete property disclosure. Business valuators provide defensible assessments of company worth, while tax professionals help us develop strategies that minimize tax consequences of property transfers and support arrangements.

When investment accounts form a significant portion of marital assets, our investment adviser network helps us determine appropriate division strategies and post-divorce portfolio adjustments. For real estate holdings, certified appraisers provide accurate valuations that account for both current market conditions and potential appreciation factors.

Discuss Your Divorce Options

Professional legal advice can help you build a strategy to make the most of your divorce. To schedule a consultation with one of our divorce lawyers, email our office or call 888-900-7086 .